DNA Structure

Front

In a eukaryotic cell, DNA is found in which organelle?

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Nucleus

Front

What are the three components of a nucleotide?

Back

Sugar, phosphate, nitrogen base

Front

Which forms the middle of the DNA?

Back

Base pairs

Front

Which 2 form the sides (backbone) of the DNA?

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Sugar and phosphate

Front

What is the role of nitrogen bases in DNA?

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Nitrogen bases pair with each other to form the rungs of the DNA ladder.

Front

What are the four nitrogen bases in DNA?

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Adenine (A), Thymine (T), Cytosine (C), Guanine (G)

Front

What is the structure of DNA commonly described as?

Back

A double helix.

Front

What is the function of DNA?

Back

To store and transmit genetic information.

Front

What is a gene?

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A segment of DNA that contains the instructions for making a specific protein.

Front

What is the significance of base pairing in DNA?

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Base pairing ensures accurate replication and transcription of genetic information.